You have likely seen products claiming to cure different types of serious health problems. Not only do they typically not work; they can also be dangerous for you.
The Sales Pitch:
Advertising often makes unsubstantiated claims that a product is an “ancient remedy,” a “scientific breakthrough” or a “miracle cure.” The product is supposedly a quick fix and instantly relieves a number of diseases and illnesses. There is a “money-back guarantee” with no risks, but you’ll have to pay up front to take advantage. Throughout the advertisement, you’ll see case studies by doctors or testimonials by patients saying that they’ve experienced unbelievable results.
The Reality:
There is no medical product or dietary supplement available over the Internet that can live up to its claims of curing insomnia, preventing extreme memory loss, shrinking tumors or treating Alzheimer’s disease. Claims like these are in the realm of medical treatment. If the claims were to be true, these companies would have followed a stringent pre-market testing and review procedure outlined by the Food and Drug Administration for all emerging drugs.
What You Should Do:
Remain skeptical anytime you are thinking over the validity of advertising claims. It’s always best to speak with a healthcare professional before purchasing anything that claims to relieve problems associated with an array of illnesses, cures anything quickly or provides a simple solution to a serious medical condition. In general, a “cure-all” actually cures nothing.